2010 Ford Kuga vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Kuga | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Kuga | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
